Who were the original members of the EEC and what was its purpose?

The original members of the European Economic Community (EEC), established in 1957, were Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The primary purpose of the EEC was to foster economic integration and cooperation among its member states, promoting free trade, a common market, and economic stability in post-war Europe. This integration aimed to prevent further conflicts and enhance economic collaboration among European nations.